Communication in Healthcare - Healthcare emphasizes the critical role of communication skills for healthcare professionals, often underdeveloped, impacting patient care and treatment outcomes [1][11] - Miscommunication or lack of alignment among healthcare staff, including non-clinical roles like cleaning staff, can negatively affect patient treatment and family perceptions [1] - Effective communication involves aligning care objectives among all professionals, explaining treatment rationales, and considering patient values in decision-making [1] - Healthcare professionals should prioritize clear communication to manage patient and family expectations, especially regarding disease progression and treatment outcomes [2][5] - Healthcare highlights the importance of adapting communication to the patient's cultural context, cognitive abilities, and socioeconomic background to ensure understanding [10] Palliative Care - Palliative care is a holistic approach for patients with life-threatening illnesses, addressing bio-psycho-social and spiritual needs of patients and their families [1] - Interdisciplinary teams are essential in palliative care to manage the complexities of patients' conditions, ensuring comprehensive support [3][5] - Providing predictability and clear communication about disease progression in palliative care enhances patient and family security, enabling better planning [5] Geriatric Care - Geriatric care involves proactively communicating potential disease trajectories to families, aiding in informed decision-making regarding care options [6][7][8] - Advance care planning, facilitated through ongoing communication, empowers families to advocate for patient wishes during end-of-life care [9]